Water-proofing leather--using silicone or other synthetic chemicals--accelerates leather deterioration. GARRISON GUARD, however, locks oils in but allows the leather to "breathe" with its natural waxes and resins. Garrison Guard acts as a natural repellent against water, salts, acids, and chemicals. Additionally, it helps leather resist scuffs and abrasions. In short, it keeps the good stuff in and blocks the bad stuff out. Every Garrison Leather Care product is completely natural and non-toxic. We never use cheap ingredients like paraffin wax, petroleum distillates, neatsfoot oil, solvents, silicones or synthetics. We are committed to using the highest-grade ingredients thus ensuring superior results. We never cut corners! Many leather products use synthetic chemicals--many of which are known toxins. But, because leather is often used against the skin, these synthetic chemicals can be absorbed through our skin's pores. Increasingly, studies point to a person's "toxic burden" as a contributor to poor health. The side photos show the miraculous restoration possible using our products. These hard-worn boots underwent a three step process. First, they were brought back to life using Garrison Gold: Penetrating Rejuvenation Paste Oil, which restores suppleness to old and neglected leather. Second, we applied Garrison Grease: Hard-Use Leather Conditioner, which adds life and luster to the leather. Lastly, Garrison Guard: Leather Protectant for all Seasons & Conditions was used to add a barrier against the elements and scuffs.
M**T
Works well, and I will buy again
This stuff works wonders! It protects my boots and gives life to old dead leather and works well on new leather. This stuff WILL darken the leather, I expected this before using it. So if you want to keep that lovely tan or light color to your boots, you may want to look else wear. After the second of third treatment it darkens the leather, this is just a natural process. It gives protection and a little goes a long way.
M**E
My New Go-To Hiking Boot Protectant!
Having used this for a couple weeks, I can say that Garrison Guard far exceeded my expectations. My biggest surprise came on a hiking trip with a new pair of Danner boots. You expect boots to get worn on rough terrain, but I went through a rocky stretch and knew I was chewing them up. However, this product seemed to protect them from the usual scuffs and abrasions much better than I'd normally expect from an initial outing.As stated on the jar, it's a water repellent and not a water proofer. It doesn't seal the leather like silicone based products, but to my mind that's a good thing. (Trying to make leather impervious to water is a fool’s errand, and ultimately likely to lead to dry rot--wear rubber boots if it’s that wet!) I could tell the waxes kept the rain and moisture away and made it easier to clean at the end of the trip.
H**R
I had high expectations for this product. I used ...
I had high expectations for this product. I used it on a few pairs of my boots but can’t say I saw much of a difference isn’t hr sense of weather protection.
A**E
Outstanding results
I wore my Ariats outside in heavy rain during a winter storm. Trashed my boots with salt and snow.The results for cleaning and repair are outstanding. Nothing works better 150% satisfied here. Photo before and after.
K**M
Five Stars
Such good quality! Restored the look of my favorite purse!
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